Haricots Verts with Barhi Dates

In this recipe, dates give an alluring and satisfying flavor to the beans.
Serves 4-6

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound haricots verts trimmed
  • 1/2 cup Barhi or Deglet Noor dates pitted and sliced into thin slices
  • 2 cloves garlic coarsely chopped
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the beans and cook for approximately 4 minutes. Drain the beans and run them under cold water. Set aside.
  • In a large pan over medium-low heat, add the olive oil and garlic, stirring frequently for 1 minute. Add the butter to the pan and then add the dates. Cook for approximately 3-4 minutes. Reduce the heat to low, season with salt and pepper and continue cooking, stirring often, about 6-7 minutes longer. Taste for seasoning.
  • Transfer the beans to a serving platter and serve right away.
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